She jauntily declared herself “America’s happy-clappy newscaster,” helping spread the word that there are plenty of positive stories out there like mine. It’s important for the public to hear voices other than those of the GOP, pundits and naysayers who have a laser focus on “Obama-scare” stories right now.

As more people enroll and have good news to share, the narrative about the Affordable Care Act is going to change. Thanks to you and your radio show for helping make that happen, Stephanie.

Tony Trupiano is the host of the online radio program The Voice of the People, M-F, 9 a.m.-noon . He is the author of two books and has been part of the progressive media landscape for 20+ years. Follow him on Twitter @tonytrupiano.